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Lot #3684
Lot #3686

Lot 3685: Collector Serialized Colt World War Commemorative 1911 Pistols

Six Collector Serialized Colt World War Commemorative 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 21, 2023

Lot 3685: Collector Serialized Colt World War Commemorative 1911 Pistols

Six Collector Serialized Colt World War Commemorative 1911 Semi-Automatic Pistols

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: May 21, 2023

Estimated Price: $6,000 - $9,000
Price Realized:
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A) Colt WWI Commemorative "Second Battle of the Marne" Model 1911 Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: hardwood
Stock:
Item Views: 923
Item Interest: Very Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 348
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1968. Standard markings and features. Includes commemorative display case with silver dollar and a single round of .45 ACP ammunition affixed to the bottom.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks. Grips are very fine with a few minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. Case is fine with a chipped corner.



B) Colt WWI Commemorative "Belleau Wood" Model 1911 Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 923
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 348
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1968. Standard markings and features. Includes commemorative display case with silver half dollar and a single round of .45 ACP ammunition affixed to the bottom.

Rating Definition:

Excellent, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks. Grips are very fine with a few minor dings and scratches. Mechanically excellent. Case is very fine.



C) Colt WWI Commemorative "Chateau Thierry" Model 1911 Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 923
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 348
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1968. Standard markings and features. Includes commemorative display case with silver half dollar and a single round of .45 ACP ammunition affixed to the bottom.

Rating Definition:

Excellent with limited handling marks and overall crisp grip checkering. Mechanically excellent. Case is very fine.



D) Colt WWI Commemorative "Meuse Argonne" Model 1911 Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip: walnut
Stock:
Item Views: 923
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 348
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1968. Standard markings and features. Includes commemorative display case with silver half dollar and a single round of .45 ACP ammunition affixed to the bottom.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original blue finish with limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent. Case is very fine.



E) Colt WWII European Theater Operations Commemorative Model 1911A1 Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911A1
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: maple
Stock:
Item Views: 923
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 348
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1970. Standard markings and features. Includes commemorative display case and seven dummy rounds.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original nickel finish with limited handling marks. Mechanically excellent. Case is very good with some seam separation.



F) Colt WWII Pacific Theater Operations Commemorative Model 1911A1 Pistol

Manufacturer: Colt
Model: 1911A1
Type: Pistol
Gauge: 45 ACP
Barrel: 5 inch round
Finish: nickel
Grip: rosewood
Stock:
Item Views: 923
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 348
Class: Curio & Relic Handgun
Description:

Manufactured in 1970. Standard markings and features. Includes commemorative display case and seven dummy rounds.

Rating Definition:

Excellent overall, retaining 99% plus original nickel finish with limited handling marks and a slide release takedown line. Mechanically excellent. Case is very good with some edge chips on the lid.



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